Tip: Please read the instructions before applying; they contain valuable information about the application process as well as provides suggestions on what type(s) of information to put on the application.

During the selection process, your name, date of birth, race, and sex will be submitted to the Department of Public Safety for a criminal records check. The information gathered through this check is held strictly confidential. Furthermore, possession of a criminal record does not automatically exclude an applicant from consideration.

Complete applications must be received prior to 5pm on the Closing Date. The closing date indicates the minimum length of time a vacancy will be posted. Positions may remain open beyond the closing date if a sufficient number of applications have not been received.

If a position is posted as "Until Filled", the School will close the position once a sufficient number of applicants are received as defined by the School.

Selective Service Requirement:

As of September 1, 1999, an agency in any branch of state government may not hire a person as an employee if the person is of the age (18-25) and gender (male), that would require a person residing in the U.S. to register with the selective service system, unless the person presents proof of the person's registration with the selective service system as required by federal law or proof of exemption from registration with the selective service.

E-Verify:

If you are hired, you will be required to submit proof of your identity and your eligibility to work in the United States within three working days of your date of employment. TSBVI participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Administers the compensation function of the agency, to include the preparation and processing of payrolls in compliance with Comptroller of Public Accounts payroll entry and submission requirements

Processes payroll transactions in the Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS)

Audits payroll deductions, on-boarding of new-hire data and personnel changes affecting payroll and any other information to ensure accuracy

Reviews accounting payroll and financial Uniform Statewide Accounting/Payroll System (USAS/USPS) and CAPPS documents for compliance and accurately calculates deductions (tax levies, child support, bankruptcy, and student loans) as required by court order in accordance with state and federal regulations

Prepares and assists in auditing agency, state and federal reports, including FTE, quarterly wage and tax reports for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS); monthly reports for Employee Retirement System (ERS) and various Budget and Planning reports

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A bachelor's degree with a major in accounting, finance, business, public administration or other related field from an accredited college or university plus one year of experience where the majority of time was spent in accounting, auditing, or budgeting; may substitute full-time payroll experience for required education on a year for year basis

Extensive experience in the use of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Work

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience using a payroll accounting system: Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS), Uniform Statewide Payroll/Personnel System (USPS) and/or Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS), another government accounting system or a private industry accounting system

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs complex budget preparation and analysis work as well as developing budget procedures

Prepares or assists in complex budget development (Operating Budget and Legislative Appropriations Requests) and analysis work

Assists in providing and coordinating instruction and guidance to divisions, departments, and other organizational units on various process-related procedures relative to the development of the LAR and operating budget

Assists in the analysis of expenditure patterns and cost drivers, and in making recommendations on the use of funds

Prepares and reviews monthly operating budget reports, identifying areas where more effective use of funds can be made

Maintains accurate program methods of finance in accordance with appropriation and grant authority as applicable

Interprets and applies statutes and regulations, sets priorities, and meets deadlines. Prepares effective written communication on the interpretation and analysis of applicable GAA, federal regulations, or requests from the Legislature

Communicates and works effectively with external and internal parties. May be involved in cross training and resource sharing with other areas within the Finance Department

Prepares and reviews fiscal notes on legislation filed in the Legislature which could affect and financially impact the agency

Attends work regularly in accordance with TSBVI leave policy

Complies with all agency policies and procedures

Performs other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university plus two years of full-time experience in budget preparation, accounting, auditing, financial planning or management, or positions which provided knowledge of public sector budgetary controls, administrative procedures, and related state and federal regulatory laws

Experience and competence in Microsoft Office programs (e.g., Word, Excel, and Access) or equivalent and other computer related programs

Skill in communicating effectively with other divisions of the School, various state agencies and the federal government

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration or other business related field

Experience with executive and legislative budgetary procedures and reports

Experience and competence in Legislative Budget Board Systems to include ABEST (Automated Budget and Evaluation System of Texas) and FNS (Fiscal Notes System)

DEPARTMENT: Comprehensive Programs POSTING #: 19-036MONTHLY SALARY: Based on AISD pay scale using education and years of experience SHIFT: Monday-Friday, 7:45am-3:45pmOPENING DATE: 4/8/19 CLOSING DATE: Until FilledCLASSIFICATION #: T021 GROUP #: n/aVeterans: Compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor’s Office by pasting this link into your browser.http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf

***2019 – 2020 School Year***

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Cooperates with other teachers in planning and implementing the instructional program for the students assigned

Works with the team members in identifying and solving problems related to students in school, dormitory, and community environments

Learns and uses effective teaching techniques and classroom strategies to accommodate the various learning styles and modes of students

Drives class to community activities using state vehicles

Effectively implements all department and school policies and procedures

Works with residential staff to coordinate programming for students

Completes all assigned in-service training

Uses effective teaching techniques and classroom strategies to accommodate the various learning styles and modes of students

Attends work regularly in accordance with TSBVI leave policy

Complies with all agency policies and procedures

Performs related work as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school graduation or equivalent

Completion of two years of college (60 hours if institution considers 15 hours/semester as full-time or 48 hours if institution considers 12 hours/semester full-time) with coursework in child development, education, psychology, vocational or related field preferred (Original college or university transcript(s) required at time of interview)OR One year of experience working with children with disabilities plus one year of college plus a passing score on a local or state paraprofessional assessment**OR Two years of experience working with children with disabilities plus a passing score on a local or state paraprofessional assessment****If the applicant selected for the position has not passed a local or state assessment, the applicant will be offered the position contingent upon passing the TSBVI paraprofessional assessment administered during the interview

Must have sufficient physical strength to assist in lifting and/or transferring students up to adult age

Good writing and data collection skills

Ability to communicate, receptively and expressively, through oral speech with students

Interfaces with local schools and with parents to establish effective programs for individual students before students attend a class and to provide transition follow-up after classes are completed

Performs regular and special assignments effectively, and adheres to all departmental and school policies and procedures

Promotes positive relations through effective communication and involvement with TSBVI staff, local school districts, families, other agencies, and community members, to meet student and programmatic needs

Attends work regularly in accordance with TSBVI leave policy

Complies with all agency policies and procedures

Performs related work as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university [Applicant selected for hire will be required to submit a copy of college or university transcript(s)]

Must be willing to obtain Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments supplemental certification (TVI)

Must have Math Teacher Certification

Skill in working closely with other professionals

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working with academic level students at various grade levels, including adapted technology, literacy, math tools and low vision adaptations

Experience serving visually impaired students in their local school districts

Knowledge of various screen-readers including JAWS, NVDA and Voiceover

DEPARTMENT: Comprehensive Programs POSTING #: 19-024MONTHLY SALARY: Based on AISD pay scale using education and years of experience SHIFT: Monday-Friday, 7:45am-3:45pmOPENING DATE: 3/13/19 CLOSING DATE: Until FilledCLASSIFICATION #: T021 GROUP #: n/aVeterans: Compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor’s Office by pasting this link into your browser.http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The role of the Licensed Specialist in School Psychology is to work collaboratively with students, parents, teams of staff members, administrators, medical professionals and local school district representatives in compiling Full and Individual Evaluations; assessing students in the areas of emotional/behavioral, intellectual development and adaptive behavior; and developing effective Individualized Education Programs and Behavior Intervention Plans. The LSSP consults with and assists teams in solving problems related to student achievement and behavior; and serves as a resource and trainer regarding special education evaluation regulations and rules.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Participates in training in foundations of visual impairment as well as evaluation techniques specific to students with visual and multiple impairments

Works closely with assigned mentor to learn best practices for assessing students with visual and multiple impairments

Compiles re-evaluation information for student Full and Individual Evaluations using methods and adaptations needed for students with vision loss and severe impairments

Demonstrates knowledge of and remains current in state and federal laws, policies and procedures regarding evaluation; continues professional growth and development

Serves as a member of the school’s crisis team and occasionally may be asked to respond to a student in crisis at night or on weekends

Collaborates with team members to implement positive behavior interventions and supports including completion of functional behavior assessments and developing behavior intervention plans; assists with related training of staff

Provides consultation to team members and parents regarding emotional issues

Coordinates communication and consultation with school nurses, psychiatrists, parents, administrators and staff members regarding psychiatric recommendations and psychotropic medications management

May provide counseling to students as assigned in accordance with students’ Individualized Education Programs

May provide time-limited group counseling sessions on selected social skills topics

Attends work regularly in accordance with TSBVI leave policy

Complies with all applicable security and safety rules, regulations and standards

Performs related work as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in psychology with Licensed Specialist in School Psychology credential from the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists [Applicant selected for hire will be required to submit a copy of all college or university transcripts]

Skill in working well as a team member and with diverse groups of students, parents and staff members in direct service delivery and consultation

Must be available during the evening or weekend for emergency interventions on an infrequent basis

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience assessing students with visual and multiple impairments in a public school setting

Experience with data-based decision-making in the development and implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans

Experience consulting with psychiatrists, parents and staff members for students with severe behaviors

Familiarity with IDEA and Texas regulations and rules governing assessment of students in special education

DEPARTMENT: Weekends Home POSTING #:19-0023MONTHLY SALARY: Salary will commensurate with experience SHIFT: 20 HOURS/WEEK Fridays-1:30pm-11:30pm and Sundays-9:00am-7:00pm. One time per month the work day may shift to Thursday and/or Monday. Must be available these days. OPENING DATE: 3/11/19 CLOSING DATE: Until FilledCLASSIFICATION #: 9324 GROUP #: A11 Veterans: Compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor’s Office by pasting this link into your browser.http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Drives students and staff to designated cities throughout Texas on weekends for Weekends Home program; serves as an emergency back-up driver during shift when not driving

Serves in supportive role on trips by assisting staff with the management of students

Assists students on and off vehicles; ensures safe and timely arrival to destination

Reports problems and potential hazards in vehicle operation to supervisor

Maintains vehicle cleanliness

Provides direct care as required

Attends work regularly in accordance with TSBVI leave policy

Complies with all agency policies and procedures

Performs related work as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

** Applicants who meet all the minimum qualifications with the exception of the current CDL, Texas School Bus Driver Safety Training and Air Brake Certification may be considered on the condition that they obtain the required training and certification within the first two months of employment.

High school graduation or equivalent

One year full-time professional driving or closely related experience; may substitute 30 college credit hours (one year) from an accredited college or university for required experience

Texas Commercial Driver License Class A or B, including a good driving record [Copy of Texas Commercial Driver’s License required at time of interview] ***If the route duties can be fulfilled using an AB mini bus, then the applicant has two months from date of hire to obtain a full CDL Class A or B.

Must have or be willing to obtain Texas School Bus Driver Safety Training Certificate which requires a physical exam before driving

Must have or be willing to obtain Air Brake certification

Must be able to speak, read and write English

Must have a work reference available by phone during regular business hours

Pre-employment alcohol and drug testing is required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Current air brake and passenger endorsement

Experience with commercial or public transportation and working with children with disabilities

DEPARTMENT: Health Services POSTING #: 19-014MONTHLY SALARY: Salary will commensurate with experienceSHIFT: Varies (6:00am-2:00pm, 2:00pm-10:00pm, or 10:00pm-6:00am)OPENING DATE: 12/5/18 CLOSING DATE: Until filledCLASSIFICATION #: 4421 or 4411 GROUP #: A13 or B19Veterans: Compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor’s Office by pasting this link into your browser.http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Provides direct health care services to students

Maintains health center operations

Attends work regularly in accordance with TSBVI leave policy

Complies with all agency policies and procedures

Performs related work as assigned

SUPERVISOR

Health Services Director

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Substitute Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) II:

High school graduation or equivalent

Graduation from an accredited program for Licensed Vocational Nurses or the equivalent

Current LVN license for the State of Texas [Copy of license required at time of application]

Substitute Nurse (RN) II:

High school graduation or equivalent

Graduation from an accredited school for Registered Nurses

Current Registered Nurse license from the State of Texas [Copy of license required at time of application]

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

DEPARTMENT: Weekends Home POSTING #: 19-004MONTHLY SALARY: Salary will commensurate with experienceSHIFT: 20 HOURS/WEEK Friday 1:30pm-11:30pm, and Sundays 9:00am-7:00pm OR Friday 12:00pm-11:00pm and Sunday 8:00am-7:00pm. Schedule may shift to Thursday and/or Monday approximately once a month.OPENING DATE: 9/28/18 CLOSING DATE: Until FilledCLASSIFICATION #: 5203 GROUP #: A9Veterans: Compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor’s Office by pasting this link into your browser.http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Accompanies students to and from their home communities on weekend trips, ensuring their safety and well-being

Supervises and assists students at departure, during the trip, and at all stops

Participates as a member of student teams and implements the student’s educational plans during the weekends home trips

Fosters the education of the students in academic, daily living, leisure time and social skills based upon the programs written by the teachers and team

Maintains Vehicles and weekends home facilities so as to provide for safe transportation of students and a safe environment

Attends work regularly in accordance with TSBVI leave policy

Complies with all agency policies and procedures

Performs related work as assigned

SUPERVISOR

Weekends Home Coordinator

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school graduation or equivalent

Skill in working harmoniously with children and adults

Must know or be willing to learn basic sign language (for certain assignments)

Must have sufficient physical strength to assist in lifting and/or transferring students up to adult age

Ability to communicate, receptively and expressively, through both sign language and oral speech, or just oral speech, with ASL fluent and non-signing staff and students

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

One-year full-time experience as a Resident Specialist at TSBVI OR one-year full-time experience in a closely related direct care capacity

POSTING #: SUB DEPARTMENT(S): Food Services, Security, Comprehensive Residential A and B, Comprehensive Programs, and Weekends HomeSHIFT: Will vary as needed OPENING DATE: 9/26/18CLOSING DATE: Until filledCLASSIFICATION #: Sub GROUP #: N/A Veterans: Compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor’s Office by pasting this link into your browser.http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf

GENERAL INFORMATION

Applicants may now apply to be a substitute for the following position(s) at TSBVI: Food Services, Security, Resident Specialist, Teacher Aide, Teacher, or Transportation Escort

All substitute applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be required to attend a Substitute Information and Interview Session. If you are selected to be a substitute, you must attend New Employee Orientation

As a substitute, you will be called on an as needed basis only; work hours are not specified or guaranteed

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school graduation or equivalent

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of closely related coursework from an accredited college or university

Contents of this page:

What Is The Texas School For The Blind And Visually Impaired?

TSBVI serves as a special public school in the continuum of statewide placements for students who have a visual impairment. Students, ages 6 through 22, who are blind, deafblind, or visually impaired, including those with additional disabilities, are eligible for consideration for services on the TSBVI campus through Comprehensive Programs or Short Term Programs. The TSBVI Outreach Programs serve as a statewide resource to parents of these children and the professionals who serve them, from birth through transition from school.

THE APPLICATION AND HIRING PROCESS

We strive to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, age, color, sex, religion, national origin or disability. It is our intention to fully comply with provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, including fulfilling requests by applicants and employees for reasonable accommodation. If you, as an applicant, need accommodation for any aspect of the employment process, please let us know.

ANNUAL TERM OF EMPLOYMENT

The TSBVI calendar is based on the school year. Depending on their positions, employees work either year-around or while school is in session only. The regular school year extends from mid-August through late May; then, in the months of June and July, TSBVI operates a number of special summer programs of varying lengths and types. Employment in those programs is based on student enrollment and is not guaranteed. For employees whose jobs do not permit them to work when school is not in session, part of that time off may be covered by annual leave (vacation) earned but not used during the school year, but the majority of the time off is leave without pay. It is important to note that accepting employment at TSBVI may mean having significant amounts of leave without pay each year, depending on your position.

HOLIDAYS & SCHOOL CLOSURES

Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is a state agency but also operates as a school district. Therefore, we hire 12 month and 9.75 month state classified and School contract employees. Because our calendar is based on the school year, we observe a different holiday schedule than most other state agencies and other independent school districts. Based on this, the days’ employees have off for state holidays and even during the school year vary based on the position and program/area worked.

Most direct care department staff are 9.75 month employees and follow the TSBVI school calendar which may result in working on a state holiday.

In addition, because the total number of school closure days usually exceed the number of state holidays by several days in any given year, classified employees must use annual or other paid leave to make up the difference or take the time as leave without pay if/when paid leave is exhausted.

BENEFITS

All TSBVI employees become members of the State of Texas Employees Retirement System which results in an automatic monthly payroll deduction of 9.5% contributed toward eventual retirement benefits. Employee contributions are refunded if employment terminates before retirement is reached.

A selection of health care plans and various forms of optional insurance are available to our employees and their dependents.

The State's contribution to employees' insurance premiums is sufficient to cover the cost of health insurance for full-time employees (30 hrs /week) with no dependents. Part-time employees (less than 30 hrs/week) pay 50% of their health insurance premium. For benefits purposes only, a full-time employee is an employee who is regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hrs/week.

Full-time employees (40 hrs/week) earn paid sick leave at the rate of 8 hours per month and at least 8 hours of annual leave (vacation) per month. Earned leave is pro-rated for part-time employees (less than 40 hrs/week). The amount of annual leave earned monthly increases with the length of state service.

These and other optional benefits will be explained fully to applicants who are offered and accept employment.

NOTE: Some of the above information about leave and holidays will vary somewhat for contract employees (primarily teachers).

Footer

DISCLAIMER: TSBVI provides external links solely for our users' information and convenience. When users select a link to an outside website, they are leaving the TSBVI site and are subject to the privacy limitations and policies of the owners/sponsors of that website. TSBVI cannot control or guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of information contained on a linked website. TSBVI does not endorse the organizations sponsoring linked websites, and does not endorse the views they express or the products/services they offer. TSBVI cannot guarantee that outside websites comply with Section 508 (Accessibility Requirements) of the Rehabilitation Act.

For information about this website or TSBVI, you may call (512) 454-8631 or email us at .